Trusted Bored Piling Contractors

Bored piling is one of the most effective foundation solutions for transferring heavy loads to deeper, more stable soil layers. At Aarsleff, a subsidiary of Per Aarsleff A/S, we pride ourselves on being one of the UK’s most trusted bored piling contractors.

With over 30 years of experience, choosing Aarsleff as your bored piling contractor means a bespoke value-engineered design and installation solution for a wide range of schemes. Our extensive range of rigs, machinery and equipment allows us to install and build tighter vertical bored pile walls to your desired specifications.

A large, yellow drilling machine driving a bored pile into the ground. Two male workers with Aarsleff high-visibility clothing and hard hats are securing the pile.

What Sectors Do We Work In?

We have completed piling projects in various sectors including:

Whether you need piling work for residential, commercial, or infrastructure projects, we offer a complete service backed by unparalleled technical knowledge and exceptional project execution.

Highly Skilled & Experienced Team

At the heart of our success is our highly skilled and experienced team of engineers, project managers, and technical specialists. Our team’s dedication to excellence allows us to tackle projects of any complexity, from small-scale residential developments to large-scale infrastructure initiatives.

Our engineers bring extensive knowledge of ground conditions and cutting-edge piling techniques. We stay ahead of the curve with continuous professional development, ensuring we are up to date with the latest advancements in geotechnical engineering. Collaboration is key to our approach. We work closely with clients, architects and contractors to deliver efficient and cost-effective bored piling solutions that meet your unique project requirements.

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Advanced Piling Rigs

We invest in advanced piling machinery to ensure precision and reliability in every project we undertake. Our fleet includes large excavators and bored piling rigs, which are capable of drilling piles to significant depths and diameters, even in challenging ground conditions. Our machinery is meticulously maintained to reduce downtime and enhance productivity, allowing us to meet tight project deadlines.

Wide Range of Drilling Equipment

Alongside our fleet of rigs, we have access to a wide range of drilling equipment including telescopic Kelly bars. We utilise drilling equipment to create piles in confined spaces or urban areas while maintaining high safety and environmental standards. Whether you require bored piles for high-rise buildings, bridges, or retaining walls, our drilling equipment ensures maximum efficiency and minimal disruption to surrounding areas.

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Our Commitment to Sustainability

At Aarsleff, sustainability is at the core of our operations. We’re committed to minimising our environmental impact while delivering bored piling solutions that stand the test of time. We carefully assess each project’s environmental impact and implement measures to protect the environment wherever possible. For example, we often reuse or recycle waste materials.

Other Piling Services

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A leading UK ground engineering specialist, focusing on multi-discipline excellence and value engineering. We design and deliver some of the UK’s largest ground engineering projects.

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Our vision is to bring confidence to those constructing the landscape of tomorrow .

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1947. Central Jutland, Denmark. Per Aarsleff borrowed 10,000 Danish Kroner from his father’s life insurance, bought an excavator, and founded Northern Europe’s leading contracting company.

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Our biggest asset, our team is composed of the leading experts in ground engineering. Working with collaboration and cohesion at the core of our business, we can guarantee a quick and founded answer to all your questions.

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We recruit and reward our people based on our ‘Step into the Blue’ company culture, where we embrace the core values of Life and Health, Trust, and Responsibility.

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We do everything to ensure our team and yours work safely on our sites. With our core value of Life & Health, we see safety as a cultural pillar.

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Our ISO accreditations are an assurance to you that we take governance seriously. Read our policies to discover more.

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The projects that keep society running. Bridges, buildings, transit and rail facilities, embankment support, marine and offshore facilities, mines, airports, and water projects.

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Keeping things turning. Sewage Treatment Works, Waste Water Treatment Works, Wind Farms and Wind Turbines, Biomass Plants, and Power stations.

Aarsleff's Junttan PM 20HLC piling rig in operation with two workers present. Another piling rig can be seen in the background.

Meeting society’s needs. Nursing and care homes, MOD buildings, Schools and Universities, and small or large-sized residential developments.

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Staying on the move. Remediation, bridges, and foundation work are integral to keeping the industry running smoothly.

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The landscape of the marketplace. Mega-retail sheds, distribution warehouses, University accommodation, and major supermarket and household name units.

Commercial piling projects

Keeping things afloat. Ports and harbours, coastal defences, river embankments and inland waterways.

An aerial view of the Port of Hanstholm.